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Introducing Lisa Lind, SACOG’s Blueprint Principal Planner
SACOG is proud to introduce Lisa Lind, AICP, as the agency’s Blueprint Principal. Lind oversees the development and implementation of the region’s long-range plan, the 2025 Blueprint. Lind joins SACOG with 20 years of experience in long-range planning and economic development.
10/15/2025
The 2025 Hispanic Economic Report Highlights Progress and Challenges for the Growing Hispanic Population
The Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce released the third edition of the Hispanic Economic Report at the 2025 State of Hispanics event in September. The report highlights progress and challenges for the growing Hispanic population in the Sacramento region.
10/15/2025
Stockton Boulevard Complete Streets Project Receives $4.2 Million as Regional Priority Project
As part of the 2025 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) funding, Sacramento County received a grant for its Stockton Boulevard Complete Streets Project, which aims to improve safety and accessibility for cyclists, pedestrians, and transit riders through this corridor.
08/28/2025
ACC Rides Program Increases Senior Transportation Services with Mode Shift Grant
The Asian Community Center of Sacramento Valley (ACC), boosted their ACC Rides program to provide transportation for senior community members and reduce driving through its vanpool model.
08/28/2025
3D Printed Homes Are an Example of Innovation Contributing to the Region’s Housing Boom
According to new housing data released by SACOG, regional housing production in 2024 was the highest of any year since 2005. These 3D printed homes in Yuba County are an example of how leaders are innovating to help meet housing goals.
08/22/2025
I Street Bridge Replacement Project Moves Forward, Building a Legacy Over the Sacramento River
The new bridge and updates to the existing one will improve connectivity between the cities of Sacramento and West Sacramento and stand as an iconic symbol to future visitors and residents of the region.
07/30/2025
Livability Summit Is Back on October 1—Join Valley Vision and SACOG for the Regional Gathering
This year, SACOG has partnered with Valley Vision for their annual collaborative conference, the Livability Summit. On October 1, 2025.
07/25/2025
Caltrans Announces Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Awards, $3.2 Million for Sacramento Region Projects
Caltrans announced awards for the 2025-26 Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Awards in early July. A total of seven Sacramento region projects were awarded funding.
07/25/2025
Sycamore Trail Overpass Now Open in West Sacramento
The newly opened Sycamore Trail overpass connects pedestrians and cyclists with communities on either side of the freeway.
06/26/2025
Missouri Flat Overcrossing Improves Safety and Connections in El Dorado County
The Missouri Flat Overcrossing is a new addition to the El Dorado Trail that will transform connectivity and improve safety for everyone from local community members to weekend adventurers.
06/26/2025
Congratulations to the Youth Leadership Academy Class of 2025!
Students from across the Sacramento region gathered to celebrate their recent graduation from the 2025 Youth Leadership Academy. This year marks the seventh cohort, totaling to more than 250 alumni from the program.
06/26/2025
Spring Service Day Brings Street Art and Safety to Rancho Cordova
On May 17, hundreds of volunteers joined Rancho Cordova's Spring Service Day by planting trees, painting barns, and transforming Lincoln Village Drive with vibrant asphalt murals, enriching neighborhoods and calming traffic for safer streets.
05/27/2025
Seven Trails to Explore for May is Bike Month (and All Year Long)
Whether you ride for fun, fitness, or transportation, here are seven trails that offer something for everyone, whether you walk, ride, or roll.
05/27/2025
Franklin Boulevard Celebrates as Complete Streets Project Takes Off
A community vision for a safe and active Franklin Boulevard is one step closer to completion with the celebration and groundbreaking on March 27, 2025.
04/02/2025
SACOG Board of Directors Approves $4.7 Million in Active Transportation Program Funding Recommendations
The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) board of directors allocated $4.7 million to four projects that will improve active transportation connections and safety in the Sacramento region.
04/02/2025
Join the "GO by...” Regional Challenge – Save money. Earn prizes.
Residents in the Sacramento region who log their walking, biking, transit, or carpool trips in the new NorCal GO app now through April 30 will have a chance to win a $25 gift card!
03/10/2025 9:32 AM
Affordable Housing Infill Project One Step Closer to Completion in the Heart of Folsom
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento celebrated the beginning of construction on a 10-unit affordable housing infill project with a “Wall Raising” in Folsom.
02/28/2025
Groundbreaking Kicks Off Arden Way Complete Streets Project
Sacramento County celebrated a big step toward a more vibrant Arden Way corridor on February 20, 2025, with the groundbreaking for the Arden Way Complete Streets—Phase 1 Project.
02/28/2025
$3.8 Million Approved for Projects in Disinvested Communities through Engage, Empower, Implement Program
The SACOG Board of Directors approved $3.8 million in funding for 11 projects across the region as part of the agency’s Engage, Empower, Implement (EEI) program.
11/20/2024
Galt Is Providing Better Connections for Residents and Visitors Along C Street
This central route through the heart of town is being transformed with new bike lanes, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and landscaping.
11/20/2024